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There is no better place to play than in Randolph County — filled with fun and exciting events for the entire family throughout the year.

If you are into vintage aircraft, come to the N.C. Aviation Museum and Hall of Fame’s annual Fly-In at the Asheboro Regional Airport. Each June visitors flock to view the vintage aircraft on display and watch them fly high in the bright blue skies over Asheboro. (ncaviationmuseumhalloffame.com)

Lovers of collectibles and antiques need venture no further than the Liberty Antiques Festival, held twice a year (April and September) on the outskirts of Liberty. With nearly 400 dealers, the event draws thousands who pack this 100-acre farm to dig through the past, seeking treasures among hundreds of offerings. It’s been labeled one of the top tourism draws in the Southeast. (libertyantiquesfestival.com)

Bring your friends and family and a picnic basket and listen to live music as the City of Asheboro hosts its Summer Concert Series. Folks can kick up their heels to the musical renderings of Eric & The Chill Tones, the Band of Oz, the Sand Band and Summerdaze. The concerts, held from May-September, will begin at 6 p.m. this year. All take place at Bicentennial Park in downtown Asheboro. Best of all, the concerts are free! (asheboronc.gov)

A new tradition has begun as the City of Randleman plays host to the the N.C. Food Truck Championships in June. This festival brings food trucks from around the state to be judged by regional food celebrities. Other highlighted activities include the Regional Farmers Market, various contests, live music and activities for everyone.

Don’t miss the incredible BBQ competition of Pigs & Pedals in downtown Asheboro at Bicentennial Park. Held in early August, this is sure to please BBQ aficionados everywhere. (chamber.asheboro.com)

October is a busy month in Randolph County as most cities, including Asheboro and Ramseur, host traditional Fall Festivals, while Randleman plays host to NASCAR Day. Look for the King of NASCAR Richard Petty to sign autographs. (randolphartsguild.com; randlemanchamber.com; townoframseur.org)

Take me out to the ballgame rings true in Asheboro, as the Asheboro Copperheads play at the historic McCrary Park from May-August. Don’t miss the out-of-this-world fireworks display in early July. (teamcopperhead.com)

There is nothing more moving than seeing the sports field at South Asheboro Middle School transformed into a Field of Honor with 500 U.S. Flags posted in perfect rows and columns in tribute of our heroes. The field will be on display on Veterans Day weekend. (chamber.asheboro.com)

Christmas on Sunset is held in early December in the downtown Asheboro area. Enjoy an old-fashioned Christmas with music and carolers, a live nativity, carriage rides, hot cider, marshmallow roasting and much more. (chamber.asheboro.com)